The Important Role of Sound Absorbing Materials, Melamine Foam, in Interior Design

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Acoustic comfort plays an important role in interior design, especially in shared spaces such as restaurants, conference centers, museums and gymnasiums. Good acoustics not only contribute to the health and productivity of occupants, but also improve the quality of cultural events such as music and lectures. However, poor acoustics can lead to stress, fatigue, and even hearing damage. This is usually caused by external noises or impacts from a variety of sound sources (e.g. footsteps, jumping or moving furniture), but it can also be due to reflections of sound waves inside the environment, echoes, and reverberation production that reduces the clarity of speech. Different materials and elements have different acoustic effects, so the correct choice of materials and elements is important to achieve good acoustics. For example, hard materials (such as glass and concrete) reflect sound and create an uncomfortable reverberant environment, while softer materials (such as carpets, curtains and acoustic panels) absorb most of the sound energy and reduce reverberation, creating a more comfortable acoustic environment.